Stomoxy's calcitrans Flashcards
1
Q
common name
A
stable fly
2
Q
hosts
A
most animals and humans
3
Q
size of adults
A
5.5-7.5mm
4
Q
proboscis is _____
A
rigid
forward projecting
5
Q
characteristics of adults
A
3 dark spots on abdominal segments
sits with head up
6
Q
life cycle
A
similar to face flies
except, prefers to lay eggs in decaying organic material
7
Q
feeds on blood ____ times per day
A
1-2 times
8
Q
pathogenesis
A
painful bites
transmits disease
mechanical and biological vector
annoyance
9
Q
treatment
A
screens
sanitation
insecticides
